An antibacterial, and a bleaching substance for flour
Effects too much/too little:
When it is used in a face cream it’s side effects of long term use is crusting and blistering in the face. When used in bread there usually aren’t side effects. There also isn’t any side effects if it is used too little.
Benzoyl Peroxide –
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Chemical Forumula:
(C6H5CO)2O2Type of Chemical/Nutrient:
An antibacterial, and a bleaching substance for flourEffects too much/too little:
When it is used in a face cream it’s side effects of long term use is crusting and blistering in the face. When used in bread there usually aren’t side effects. There also isn’t any side effects if it is used too little.Human System most Affected:
Any places where acne occurs, mostly in the face.Other foods that contains this chemical:
Bread and FlourChemical reactions:
Used to clear acneCitation: http://www.fullskills.com/beauty/glossary.php
http://extension.missouri.edu/explore/qa/foodnutrition0005.htm
http://sci-toys.com/ingredients/benzoyl_peroxide.html
http://www.absoluteacneinfo.com/benzoyl-peroxide/benzoyl-side-effects.html